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Infrastructure Cloud Architect

100% remote

US Citizenship is required per government contract

$70-75/hr W2

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead the cloud design and delivery of a hybrid cloud solution leveraging VMware infrastructure and public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP). This role is critical in enabling a scalable, secure, and high-performance landscape that integrates on-premises systems with cloud-native services.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with enterprise architects, functional and technical teams, infrastructure engineers, and cloud service providers to ensure the solution meets business and technical requirements. The architect will also lead efforts in automation, infrastructure as code (IaC), and integration with monitoring, security, and identity management systems.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in, cloud infrastructure, and VMware technologies such as vSphere, NSX, and vSAN. Strong knowledge of hybrid cloud networking, security best practices, and compliance frameworks is essential.

This role requires excellent communication and leadership skills, as the Cloud Architect will serve as a technical advisor to stakeholders and ensure successful delivery in a mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architecture Design & Planning – 30%

Lead the design of the hybrid cloud architecture for SAP, integrating VMware-based on-prem infrastructure with public cloud platforms. Define technical standards, deployment models, and scalability strategies.

2. SAP Infrastructure Implementation – 25%

Oversee the deployment and configuration of the infrastructure needed for the SAP systems and ensure that it meets performance needs

3. Hybrid Cloud Integration & Connectivity – 20%

Design and implement secure, high-performance connectivity between on-premises VMware environments and cloud services. Address networking, identity, and data flow requirements.

4. Security, Compliance & Governance – 15%

Ensure the architecture adheres to enterprise security policies and regulatory standards. Implement controls for access, encryption, monitoring, and compliance reporting.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Documentation – 10%

Work closely with enterprise architects, SAP teams, infrastructure engineers, and business stakeholders. Document architecture decisions, integration patterns, and operational procedures.

Nice to have skills:

1. Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Designing and implementing enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure and services.

Preferred Experience: 5–7 years

2. VMware Technologies (vSphere, NSX, vSAN)

Designing and managing virtualized infrastructure to support SAP workloads in hybrid environments.

Preferred Experience: 4–6 years

3. Hybrid Cloud Integration

Building and managing seamless connectivity between on-premises VMware environments and public cloud platforms.

Preferred Experience: 4–6 years

4. Security & Compliance in Hybrid Environments

Implementing secure architectures and ensuring compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, or NIST.

Preferred Experience: 4–6 years

5. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation

Using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or PowerCLI to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.

Preferred Experience: 3–5 years

6. Enterprise Architecture Frameworks (e.g., TOGAF)

Applying structured methodologies to align IT architecture with business strategy and governance.

Preferred Experience: 3–5 years

Required Skills:

Minimum of 10 years of Engineering and Architecture Experience

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.